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American Welding Society
Founded in 1919, the American Welding Society is a nonprofit organization with a global mission: to advance the science, technology, and application of welding and allied joining and cutting processes worldwide, including brazing, soldering, and thermal spraying.
By fostering knowledge, embracing change, and providing real-world opportunities through scholarships, fellowships, and workforce development, AWS provides the tools to help members succeed—and to inspire future generations of welding professionals.
By fostering knowledge, embracing change, and providing real-world opportunities through scholarships, fellowships, and workforce development, AWS provides the tools to help members succeed—and to inspire future generations of welding professionals.
Vision
We strive to be the preeminent global resource that enables welding professionals and the industries they serve to protect and improve lives.
Mission
Our mission is to advance the science, technology, and application of welding and allied joining and cutting processes worldwide, including brazing, soldering, and thermal spraying. What does that mean for our members? We provide professional certification, education, and advancement opportunities; access to a network and community of mentors and industry leaders; and the chance to be a part of developing the next generation of welders.
Headquarters
Doral, FL
Employees
151 US Employees
Industry
Professional / Trade Association